Performance

Puts wind in your sails, with one turbo or two

The innovative SLC engines combine fire-breathing power with free-breathing efficiency. Both the 241-hp 2.0L turbo-4 in the SLC300 and AMG-infused 362-hp biturbo V6 in the SLC43 turn motion into emotion. Their multispark ignition and high-pressure Direct Injection self-tune every few milliseconds, so they turn fuel into good, clean fun.

Shifts like a dream, swings with your mood

A new paddle-shifted 9-speed automatic combines a wider range with shorter steps between gears, to make the most of the torque curve. It's also lighter, quicker and more efficient. New DYNAMIC SELECT has a mode for every mood, from ECO to Sport+. Each one varies the throttle, shifting, steering and more. There's even a mode you can customize.

When corners get sharp, it gets sharper

Every SLC embraces the curves and clings to the road with a sport-tuned 4-wheel multilink suspension. A new adjustable suspension continuously adapts the SLC300's damping to the road surface, or you can dial it in via DYNAMIC SELECT. The AMG SLC43 features its own AMG Sport Suspension, with more rigid components and refined geometry.

Roadster freedom, track-star performance

The AMG SLC43 is not just a more powerful SLC, it's pumped up in virtually every way. Big, perforated brakes with 4-piston front calipers lurk behind 18-inch AMG wheels. Its 362-hp V6 biturbo engine features increased turbo boost. Its 9-speed is quicker-shifting. And an AMG Handling Package hones its performance to an even finer edge.

Design

Classic proportions, ultramodern details

From its diamond-textured new grille to its "twin torch" LED taillamps, the SLC wraps its long-hood/short-deck balance in new brilliance. Designed to slice through the wind and through corners, its sleek muscle and wide stance reveal its pure sports-car soul. And its power hardtop is among the industry's most elegant.

Take in the air, and the airwaves

Craftsmanship meets connectivity in the SLC cockpit. Advanced technology is available in abundance, from music streaming to navigation with online searching. Clear analog gauges team with vivid color displays. Even the electronic gear selector wraps high-tech operation in a sculpture of aluminum and leather.

When it comes to style, the sky's the limit

The open-air SLC is always open to showing your style. Along with a wide array of colors and 18-inch wheels available, two styling packages take it up a notch or two. The SLC300 Sport Package adds AMG lower bodywork and a chrome grille. On either SLC, the Night Package renders key exterior elements in gloss black, for a seriously sporty edge.

Technology

Take a warm ride, even under a chilly sky

The SLC's available AIRSCARF® neck-level heating system envelops your neck and shoulders in warmed air. It's like a virtual scarf you don't have to tie, so you can keep the top down longer after the sun goes down, or summer turns to fall. Three heat settings and speed-dependent airflow help make cool days and evenings cozier.

Line up the stars, or block out the sun.

A Mercedes-Benz exclusive, MAGIC SKY CONTROL® turns the Panorama roof transparent by electrically aligning tiny particles within its special glass overhead panel. Switch off the power and it darkens, to help keep out harsh sunlight and its thermal energy. It effectively blocks UV and infrared rays in either mode, helping keep the cabin cooler.

Entertainment from everywhere, as close as your cockpit

The advanced entertainment and information systems available in the SLC put the world at your fingertips. You can stream audio from your Bluetooth® device, or a variety of online sources plus WiFi with the mbrace Entertain Package. New Apple CarPlay puts an entirely new interface and the power of Siri® voice recognition in your SLC.

Lnline streaming and WiFi require Premium 2 or Premium 3 Package, and an active mbrace subscription plus the mbrace Connect, Secure and Entertain packages.Apple CarPlay is a product of Apple Inc. Apple´s terms and privacy statements apply. Requires connected compatible iPhone and data plan. Apps, content and features of Apple CarPlay are selected solely by Apple. Connection to apps and streaming services may be limited by the iPhone's network connection. Data usage is routed through iPhone and subject to fees, charges and restrictions in user's wireless plan. Vehicle's factory audio/information interface, including COMAND® navigation and the apps of Mercedes-Benz mbrace®, may not be used simultaneously with Apple CarPlay. When Apple CarPlay is in use, the steering-wheel voice control button accesses Siri® voice recognition software for voice commands. Apple, iPhone, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.

In the moment, and for your future.

The SLC's safety engineering stretches beyond its reinforced body and dual roll bars. New systems use radar and other sensors to look out for you. Among them, Active Brake Assist with autonomous braking can help reduce collisions with traffic ahead. And optional Distance Pilot DISTRONIC® cruise control can slow, stop and go with the flow.

Active Brake Assist may not be sufficient to avoid an accident. It does not react to certain stationary objects, nor recognize or predict the curvature and/or lane layout of the road or every movement of vehicles ahead. It is the driver's responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Drivers are cautioned not to wait for the system's alerts before braking, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance to brake safely. See Operator's Manual for system's operating speeds and additional information and warnings.Distance Pilot DISTRONIC adaptive cruise control is no substitute for active driving involvement. It does not adapt cruising speed in response to stationary objects, nor does it predict the curvature and lane layout of the road ahead or the movement of vehicles ahead. It is the driver's responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Drivers are cautioned not to wait for the system's alerts before braking, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance to brake safely. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake maintenance, and tire and road conditions.

† Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer's track results and may vary depending on model environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load.

†† EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.